2026
Saturday, December 12
Festival Theatre, Wolfville
Our 20th year
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker is a Cadance Academy holiday tradition, and this year marks our 20th year performing it in the Annapolis Valley. It is performed at the Festival Theatre in Wolfville by our own dancers.
2026
Sunday, December 13
Festival Theatre, Wolfville
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Auditions
Auditions are held each June for dancers aged 8 and up. The Nutcracker is cast by audition only, and dancers must be enrolled in at least one year-long class at Cadance Academy. Younger dancers, under 8, can take part in Mice in Training. Sign up with the Mice in Training form below. Questions about eligibility? Call (902) 679-3616 or email info@cadanceacademy.ca.
Ages 8 and up
Audition each June
Under 8
Mice in Training
Sign up for Mice in TrainingWhy families love it
A community tradition for 20 years, at the Festival Theatre in Wolfville
Real stage experience and technical growth for young dancers
Staging and costumes that sparkle for children and adults alike
Book a free trial class"I especially love audience members who come to our 'small town' Nutcracker not expecting much and leave being 'wowed'. I also adore our loyal patrons that come year after year who often remind me in person how their holiday season doesn't start until their Nutcracker tradition begins."
Ready to try a class?
Find the style that feels right and book a free trial.